System Engineer Level 2

• Analyze user requirements, concepts of operations documents, and high-level system architectures to develop system requirements specifications.
• Lead the analysis of system requirements, design, and development activities, guiding users in formulating requirements and evaluating alternative approaches through feasibility studies.
• Provide technical leadership for integrating requirements, design, and technology, ensuring successful implementation of system solutions.
• Incorporate new plans, designs, and systems into ongoing operations and develop technical documentation to support system engineering activities.
• Develop and maintain system architecture and system design documentation, including System Engineering Plans, Interface Control Documents, and Requirements Specifications.
• Guide system development and implementation planning by preparing System Engineering Management Plans and System Integration and Test Plans.
• Manage system requirements to ensure compatibility with defined system architectures, such as DoDAF.
• Interact with the Government regarding systems engineering technical considerations and associated issues, conflicts, or concerns.
• Serve as the ultimate authority for the technical integrity of work performed and the deliverables associated with systems engineering responsibilities.
• Contribute to developing operational concepts and scenarios, describing interactions between systems, users, and environments, while emphasizing operational, maintenance, and support needs.
• Support DoD Certification/Accreditation processes and ensure compliance with relevant security and protection standards.
• Ensure the integration of data protection products within a zero-trust enterprise and compliance with encryption and security standards.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to manage system baselines, interface designs, and change control processes.
• Assess and manage risks, plan verification efforts for new designs, and prepare timeline analysis diagrams.

• Current TS/SCI + Full Scope Polygraph. In-scope counterintelligence polygraphs will be accepted, and personnel with a current CI polygraph will be considered for contract roles requiring a full-scope polygraph if they possess a Conditional Certification of Access (CCA), pending successful completion and adjudication of a full-scope polygraph.
• Fourteen (14) years as a Systems Engineer on similar contracts and programs.
• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline.
  • Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree.

• Expertise in data protection and integration of solutions within a zero-trust enterprise environment.
• Knowledge of cross-domain solutions, encryption technologies, and zero-trust cloud policy frameworks.
• Strong background in incident reporting, risk management, and compliance with DoD/NSS standards.
• Proven ability to lead users in requirements formulation and system development, offering alternative approaches and conducting feasibility studies.
• Advanced knowledge in preparing and executing system engineering management plans and system integration/test plans.

About DarkStar Intelligence

DarkStar Intelligence is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). We are dedicated to advancing mission support and tradecraft development for our clients while emphasizing employee retention and client satisfaction. We deliver high-quality, intelligence-based solutions grounded in our "Core Four" values: humility, passion, agility, and ownership. Our team members embody humility by prioritizing the mission over personal recognition, bringing passion through relentless enthusiasm for problem-solving and innovation. With agility, they adapt swiftly to changing mission requirements and excel in team dynamics. Above all, our personnel take full ownership of their work, holding themselves accountable to deliver results and uphold the highest standards of excellence. We strive to make our country safer and create a lasting impact through these values.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is not just a policy but a core value that defines our approach to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is valued based on their skills, abilities, and qualifications and where employment decisions are made solely on merit.

We uphold a zero-tolerance stance on discrimination of any kind. Our commitment ensures that no one is discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Our EEO principles are embedded in every facet of the employment process-from recruitment and hiring to promotions, transfers, training, and career development. We also apply this commitment to maintaining an inclusive work environment, equitable compensation and benefits, fair performance evaluations, and respectful terminations. At DarkStar Intelligence, diversity and inclusion are more than policies; they are essential to who we are and how we operate.

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Employee Benefits

At DarkStar Intelligence LLC, we believe investing in our employees means providing a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their personal and professional well-being. We offer a variety of benefits to meet the diverse needs of our team:

Core Benefits:

• Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to ensure you and your family access essential care.
• Income Protection: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability to give you peace of mind.
• Retirement Planning: A 401(k) plan to help you build a secure financial future.
• Work-Life Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Legal Services for added support whenever needed.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, 11 paid Federal Holidays, plus a Floating Holiday to celebrate what matters most to you.

Voluntary Benefits:

• Identity & Legal Protection: LegalShield and IDShield protect your identity and provide access to legal resources.
• Additional Coverage: Whole Life Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Critical Care Insurance for extra protection and peace of mind.

At DarkStar Intelligence, we are committed to providing benefits that empower you to thrive inside and outside the workplace. We value your contributions and strive to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.